The problem with Sakura Spirit is not necessarily that it’s a niche of a niche. Sure, that limits its audience and as a result effectively shuts its door in the face of those who want a solid visual novel experience, but even for diehard fans, there just isn’t a lot to like here.

Sakura Spirit is the story of Gushiken Takahiro, a young Judo star, and his misadventures with a fox-girl harem. Err, I mean a group of young ladies who happen to be fox spirits. Before his big match, Takahiro is feeling understandably nervous. His...

So you're in high school. You're one of the top-rising judo champions in the scene. There is an upcoming contest that will more or less make or break your professional judo career. Just what level of spiritual elation do you seek to help you with said...